decide

Definitions of decidev. t. - To cut off; to separate.
2v. t. - To bring to a termination, as a question, controversy, struggle, by giving the victory to one side or party; to render judgment concerning; to determine; to settle.
2v. i. - To determine; to form a definite opinion; to come to a conclusion; to give decision; as, the court decided in favor of the defendant.
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